Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Business and Enterprise

Southern Cross University

Australia, Lismore

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Southern Cross University

Australia , Lismore

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

113598C

Credit point

384 Points

Campuses

Gold Coast

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJune-2024

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 33,184 / year

Next Intake June-2024

Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Business and Enterprise

About

Innovation, digital communication and technical abilities are essential skills for business operations in our technology-driven world.

The Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Business and Enterprise develops these qualities, combining information technology skills with business management principles.

You will gain an understanding of contemporary, responsible business practices, and the critical role technology plays in robust business functions, as well as the technical ability to build infrastructure and systems. You can choose to major in a range of subjects from both information technology and business disciplines. You may also elect to specialise in accounting or financial services.

This double degree is a pathway to multiple career options, from software development to international business, networking and cybersecurity to marketing, data science to entrepreneurship and beyond.

Course Learning Outcome
GA1: Intellectual rigour Apply specialised knowledge and skills appropriate to a specified IT professional role to solve a range of specific problems. Critically evaluate and apply practical and responsible business and enterprise solutions from a range of related disciplines to both inform and justify critical decisions.
GA2: Creativity Apply broad theoretical and technical core ICT knowledge and skills to solve a range of practical problems. Apply knowledge and skills creatively in devising innovative, effective and responsible solutions to challenges related to a business or enterprise.
GA3: Ethical practice Model well-developed socially-responsible and ethical behaviour that demonstrates awareness of social and cultural inequalities that may arise in the performance of professional IT tasks. Develop and apply recognised ethical frameworks to influence responsible business behaviours within an organisational context.
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Apply broad theoretical and technical core ICT knowledge and skills to solve a range of practical problems. Apply specialised knowledge and skills appropriate to a specified IT professional role to solve a range of specific problems. Demonstrate and apply in-depth and responsible discipline-specific knowledge and skills within a local, regional and global perspective.
GA5: Lifelong learning Reflect on, assess and self-regulate own learning capabilities and performance to develop skills for ongoing professional development. Demonstrate autonomy, responsibility and accountability for ongoing learning in business and enterprise settings.
GA6: Communication and social skills Apply academic and technical communication skills to clearly and coherently present relevant knowledge and ideas in a variety of mediums to other ICT professionals, clients, users, the public and other stakeholders. Prepare and deliver, individually and/or in a team, well developed and justified discipline-specific advice through both written and oral communication. Investigate and identify a broad range of responsible leadership practices in the management of people and self.
GA7: Cultural competence Demonstrate the ability to effectively participate in and reflect upon self and team activities in achieving a common ICT goal. Demonstrate responsible cultural competence in local, national, and international settings as applied in business and social situations. Model well-developed socially-responsible and ethical behaviour that demonstrates awareness of social and cultural inequalities that may arise in the performance of professional IT tasks.

Course Learning Outcome

GA1: Intellectual rigour

Apply specialised knowledge and skills appropriate to a specified IT professional role to solve a range of specific problems.

Critically evaluate and apply practical and responsible business and enterprise solutions from a range of related disciplines to both inform and justify critical decisions.

GA2: Creativity

Apply broad theoretical and technical core ICT knowledge and skills to solve a range of practical problems.

Apply knowledge and skills creatively in devising innovative, effective and responsible solutions to challenges related to a business or enterprise.

GA3: Ethical practice

Model well-developed socially-responsible and ethical behaviour that demonstrates awareness of social and cultural inequalities that may arise in the performance of professional IT tasks.

Develop and apply recognised ethical frameworks to influence responsible business behaviours within an organisational context.

GA4: Knowledge of a discipline

Apply broad theoretical and technical core ICT knowledge and skills to solve a range of practical problems.

Apply specialised knowledge and skills appropriate to a specified IT professional role to solve a range of specific problems.

Demonstrate and apply in-depth and responsible discipline-specific knowledge and skills within a local, regional and global perspective.

GA5: Lifelong learning

Reflect on, assess and self-regulate own learning capabilities and performance to develop skills for ongoing professional development.

Demonstrate autonomy, responsibility and accountability for ongoing learning in business and enterprise settings.

GA6: Communication and social skills

Apply academic and technical communication skills to clearly and coherently present relevant knowledge and ideas in a variety of mediums to other ICT professionals, clients, users, the public and other stakeholders.

Prepare and deliver, individually and/or in a team, well developed and justified discipline-specific advice through both written and oral communication.

Investigate and identify a broad range of responsible leadership practices in the management of people and self.

GA7: Cultural competence

Demonstrate the ability to effectively participate in and reflect upon self and team activities in achieving a common ICT goal.

Demonstrate responsible cultural competence in local, national, and international settings as applied in business and social situations.

Model well-developed socially-responsible and ethical behaviour that demonstrates awareness of social and cultural inequalities that may arise in the performance of professional IT tasks.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Middle Eastern Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Career

Potential occupations

Graduates gain the professional skills to run their own business or to pursue career opportunities ranging from marketing, product management, investment, and finance to software development, user-experience design, web and application development, systems analysis, big data for AI, or networking and cybersecurity.

Professional accreditation

The Bachelor of Information Technology is fully accredited by the Australian Computer Society at Professional Level.

Accreditation is being sought for the Accounting specialisation from CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

Accreditation is being sought for the Financial Services specialisation from The Treasury.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 33,184 / year

How to Apply

Choose

International students can choose from the list of courses available to students wanting to apply for a visa to study in Australia. Consider:

Major areas of study
Location and teaching sessions
Professional placements and internships
Academic and English language requirements

Online courses are not available to international students wanting to study full-time in Australia.

Apply

Where your application is sent will depend on the country you are from and the campus you choose.

Education Agents - View the list of countries that require the help of an Education Agent to apply.
Apply Online - Use our Online Application and complete the required details, and where required, attached documentation.

Direct Application

Apply online and attach all supporting documents to avoid delays, including:

Certified copy of academic transcripts (including grading system).
English language test results (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL or other).
Academic or employer references (if required).
Advanced Standing application (if relevant).

Advanced Standing refers to previous study or work experience, which may reduce time off the duration of the degree. Please remember to apply for advanced standing at the time you apply, as the credit will determine the study plan.

Southern Cross University recommends your application is received at least three months before you intend to start your study.

Assessing your application

Your application will be acknowledged by Southern Cross University or an approved Education Agent upon receipt (and you will be notified of the outcome within ten days directly)*.

If you are successful, an International Offer Package will be emailed, giving details of what is required to accept your offer. If you are not successful, alternatives may be offered.

The International Offer Package includes the Offer of Admission, Information for Accepting Your Offer, and Offer Acceptance Agreement.

* This time period relates to complete applications for the immediate study period.